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Every day in the Bull City, there’s a wide variety of events happening to help you get involved in our vibrant community. If you're already here or planning a trip, use our search function below to find events suited to all interests and ages.
Durham is home to many homegrown festivals and events that happen annually and are easy to plan a trip around. From beats to barbecue and everything in between, check out our seasonal events page to find the perfect time to visit the Bull City.
If you're a Durham-based venue or organization and you'd like us to include your event on our calendar, follow the link below to find our submission guidelines and submit your information.
If you have any questions, please email eventcalendar@discoverdurham.com.
Casual Chaos, Spooky Edition
3109 Shannon Rd #201
Durham, North Carolina 27707
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A four person silly Smash Bros. ultimate casual video game competition, all ages welcome. Play or spectate, hop in and out as you please,... Details
Durham African American History Guided Tour
201 Corcoran St
Durham, North Carolina 27703-7825
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Durham African American History Guided Tour
Durham is the home of a litany of African American historic sites. Whether you want to learn about architects, artists, athletes, or... Details
Artist Talk with Beverly McIver
1106 1/2 Broad St
Durham, North Carolina 27705
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Artist Talk with Beverly McIver
Craven Allen Gallery will host an artist talk with Beverly McIver on Saturday, October 4th at 4pm. Beverly will discuss the works featured... Details
Durham Twilight Market
800 Taylor St
Durham, North Carolina 27701
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The MAKRS Society presents: Durham Twilight: a night market series. Featuring local vendors, a live DJ, performances by Dakota Fox... Details
Downtown Durham True Crime Walking Tour
201 Corcoran St
Durham, North Carolina 27703
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Downtown Durham True Crime Walking Tour
Hosted by a local historian, the Durham True Crime walking tour will surely capture your curiosity. From a mayoral candidate with a... Details
Bamako Rent Party
823 W Morgan St
Durham, North Carolina 27701
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Step into the spirit of 1960s Bamako at the Bamako Rent Party, a night that blends culture, music, and community for a powerful cause.... Details
The Fabulous Nite-life Boogie--Swing, Jump, R & B
3219 Old Chapel Hill Rd
Durham, North Carolina 27707
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The Fabulous Nite-life Boogie--Swing, Jump, R & B
It’s the Fabulous Nite-life Boogie bringing the swingin’ sounds of 1940–1960 and beyond to the modern times. Jump, jive, rock-n-roll,... Details
Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" Listening Party
545 Foster St
Durham, North Carolina 27701
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Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" Listening Party
Get ready to vibe like Taylor at Glass Jug Downtown’s "The Life of a Showgirl" album listening party! Join an unforgettable evening, diving... Details
nora chipaumire: Dambudzo
305 S Dillard St
Durham, North Carolina 27708
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Dambudzo is a live anti-genre work by nora chipaumire, combining sound, painting, sculpture and performance. chipaumire explores the... Details
Outdoor Movie Screening — Ghostbusters
501 Foster St
Durham, NC 27701
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Outdoor Movie Screening — Ghostbusters
Bring your own picnic blanket or chair. No alcohol or smoking allowed. Part of the Fall Movies in the Park Series. Details
Durham Ghost Walk
123B Market St
Durham, North Carolina 27703
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Explore the spooky side of Durham's history on this tour of the city's most haunted locations. From the disgraced sons of tobacco giants... Details
Bardo Bloom
331 W Main St 002, BACK ENTRANCE
Durham, NC 27701
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Durham local Bardo Bloom (Peter Daaleman) brings an array of melodic, organic, and uplifting tracks mixed alongside a growing list of... Details
